On June 15, 2026, the HSE added 15 new substances to the UK REACH Candidate List.
If your company supplies automotive or electrical/electronic components to the UK market, we strongly recommend that you verify whether your products contain any of these newly identified substances.
๐ก Tip: Hover over the terms underlined with orange dots to view detailed descriptions.
Overview
The UK REACH Candidate List includes Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) that may pose serious risks to human health or the environment.ย
The HSE has officially included these 15 substances following a 6-week public consultation period to evaluate their identification and hazardous properties.
Key Highlights
Q1. What has changed?ย
As of June 15, 2026, 15 new SVHCs have been officially added to the UK REACH Candidate List.
Q2. What are the newly added substances?ย
The 15 newly listed substances are:
TBBPA
BMP; TBNPA; 2,3-DBPAย
Lysmeral
Omnirad
DBMC
Tetra-PSCA
Barium diboron tetraoxide
Tetraglyme
Bis(ฮฑ,ฮฑ-dimethylbenzyl) peroxide
DOTL
Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide
N-(hydroxymethyl)acrylamide
Orthoboric acid, sodium salt
Reactive Brown 51
Tris(2-methoxyethoxy)vinylsilane
Q3. What are my obligations?ย
Manufacturers, importers, and suppliers operating in the UK market must now fulfill the following requirements:
- Communication to Customers: Provide sufficient information to customers regarding the presence of SVHCs in:
- Article: (e.g., molded components, connectors, screws)
- Mixture: (e.g., adhesives, coatings, inks)
- Substances: (e.g., chemicals supplied as raw materials)
- Notification to HSE: Notify the HSE if the substance is present in your articles under specific conditions.
Q4. What is the difference between 'Articles' and 'Mixtures'?
Articles: Products with a specific shape, design, or surface (e.g., plastic parts, connectors, screws).
Mixtures:ย Liquid or paste formulations consisting of two or more substances (e.g., adhesives, coatings, inks). Identifying your product category is crucial, as compliance requirements vary accordingly.
Q5. Will there be more substances added in the future?ย
Yes. Further public consultations for additional SVHCs are scheduled throughout 2026 and 2027.ย
You can stay updated through the HSE's eBulletin.
Conclusion
With the addition of these 15 substances to the UK REACH Candidate List, we advise all companies supplying components to the UK to conduct a thorough substance check.
At MDSKorea, we are committed to providing you with the most up-to-date regulatory insights to ensure your seamless compliance.ย Thank you.
[Glossary]
| Term | Description |
|---|
| UK REACH | The UK's independent regulatory framework for the registration, evaluation, authorization, and restriction of chemicals. |
| SVHC | Substances of Very High Concern; hazardous substances subject to regulatory control. |
| Candidate List | A list of identified SVHCs; triggers information delivery and notification obligations. |
| Article | A product with a defined shape (e.g., molded parts, connectors, screws). |
| Mixture | A formulation containing two or more substances (e.g., adhesives, coatings, inks). |
| HSE | Health and Safety Executive; the agency responsible for operating UK REACH. |
| eBulletin | A free email subscription service provided by the HSE for regulatory updates. |
[Source]
On June 15, 2026, the HSE added 15 new substances to the UK REACH Candidate List.
If your company supplies automotive or electrical/electronic components to the UK market, we strongly recommend that you verify whether your products contain any of these newly identified substances.
๐ก Tip: Hover over the terms underlined with orange dots to view detailed descriptions.
Overview
The UK REACH Candidate List includes Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) that may pose serious risks to human health or the environment.ย
The HSE has officially included these 15 substances following a 6-week public consultation period to evaluate their identification and hazardous properties.
Key Highlights
Q1. What has changed?ย
As of June 15, 2026, 15 new SVHCs have been officially added to the UK REACH Candidate List.
Q2. What are the newly added substances?ย
The 15 newly listed substances are:
TBBPA
BMP; TBNPA; 2,3-DBPAย
Lysmeral
Omnirad
DBMC
Tetra-PSCA
Barium diboron tetraoxide
Tetraglyme
Bis(ฮฑ,ฮฑ-dimethylbenzyl) peroxide
DOTL
Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide
N-(hydroxymethyl)acrylamide
Orthoboric acid, sodium salt
Reactive Brown 51
Tris(2-methoxyethoxy)vinylsilane
Q3. What are my obligations?ย
Manufacturers, importers, and suppliers operating in the UK market must now fulfill the following requirements:
Q4. What is the difference between 'Articles' and 'Mixtures'?
Articles: Products with a specific shape, design, or surface (e.g., plastic parts, connectors, screws).
Mixtures:ย Liquid or paste formulations consisting of two or more substances (e.g., adhesives, coatings, inks). Identifying your product category is crucial, as compliance requirements vary accordingly.
Q5. Will there be more substances added in the future?ย
Yes. Further public consultations for additional SVHCs are scheduled throughout 2026 and 2027.ย
You can stay updated through the HSE's eBulletin.
Conclusion
With the addition of these 15 substances to the UK REACH Candidate List, we advise all companies supplying components to the UK to conduct a thorough substance check.
At MDSKorea, we are committed to providing you with the most up-to-date regulatory insights to ensure your seamless compliance.ย Thank you.
[Glossary]
[Source]
UK REACH: Inclusion of SVHCs on the UK REACH Candidate List